On offer is a rare and beautiful antique rolled gold propelling pencil, dating to the mid 20th century, made in England and showcasing a finely engineered hexagonal barrel with crisp guilloché-style wave patterning. Whether you’re a collector or a lover of tactile, well-made vintage tools, this piece offers a genuine link to Britain’s design heritage — and a timeless presence in any writing or display collection.

Crafted with precision and rich in visual character, this mechanical pencil serves equally as a writing implement, display piece, or a lasting heirloom from an era when everyday objects were built to endure and impress.

📌 KEY FEATURES

✅ Genuine rolled gold – Durable and elegant finish, typical of quality mid-century writing tools
✅ Detailed engine-turned patterning – Crisp, guilloché-style waves across each panel
✅ Made in England – Stamped on barrel end, confirming British origin
✅ Condition: Very good – minor surface wear, lead still loaded and retracting mechanism functional
✅ Includes accurate measurements: Length: just under 5 inches (approx. 12.5 cm)
✅ Rare example — not commonly found with original patina and lead intact

💡 STYLING TIP

This piece works beautifully in traditional, eclectic, or vintage-modern homes. Style it with antique inkwells or writing sets, or feature it on a desk, bookcase, or collector’s tray for a lived-in, thoughtful workspace.

🎁 PERFECT FOR:

✔️ Lovers of soulful, meaningful desk objects
✔️ Collectors of British vintage stationery
✔️ Thoughtful, lasting gift for a writer or history lover
✔️ Display in studies, writing corners, or vintage-themed interiors

🔍 PROVENANCE / MAKER NOTES

This pencil is a classic example of mid-century British stationery craftsmanship, likely dating to the 1940s–60s. The “Made in England” stamp confirms its origin, and the rolled gold casing speaks to the postwar emphasis on combining durability with refinement. While the maker is not explicitly marked, similar examples were produced by respected firms such as Yard-O-Led, Sampson Mordan, or Life-Long. The engine-turned design and push-action mechanism are consistent with tools marketed for professionals and executives during the period.

Rolled gold pencils of this caliber are increasingly sought after by collectors for their quality, understated elegance, and historical value.

📏 MEASUREMENTS

• Length: Just under 5 inches / approx. 12.5 cm

📦 SHIPPING & INTERNATIONAL BUYERS

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📌 WHY IT MATTERS:

This is more than an object — it’s a piece of lived history, captured in functional design. Rare to find in this condition, and seldom offered with its original detail intact. Ideal for those who value provenance, patina, and purposeful beauty.

stock code 180825